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The arched bridge that spans the moat at the front entrance. The Romon (Sanmon) temple gate can be seen in the background.

Ashikaga

Shrines & Temples

Banna-ji Temple

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Enjoy the Sights of an Ancient Temple and an Invaluable Building that has been Designated a National Treasure

Ueno

Shrines & Temples

Iriya Kishimojin

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A Temple that Celebrates the Goddess of Safe Childbirth and Parenting, Famous for its Morning Glory Festival.

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Iriya Morning Glory Festival, a Reminder of the Summer at Shitamachi, Tokyo

Over the weekend in summer, almost everywhere in Japan is rejuvenated by a local festival.Last year, my friends and I visited Iriya Kishimojin (Shingen-ji Temple), where the Iriya Morning Glory Festival was taking place.

Kamakura

Shrines & Temples

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

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The Symbol of Kamakura, the Beautiful Nature-Filled “Tsurugaoka Hachimangu”.

The Great Main Hall and the Three-story Pagoda

Narita Airport Neighborhood

Shrines & Temples

Naritasan Shinshoji Temple

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A Historic Temple with the Most New Year (Hatsumode) Visitors in Japan.

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For those who fly out from Narita Airport, this article introduces some fun spots in Narita City, where you can enjoy until the very last time on your departure day. [Article series / The Surrounding Areas of Narita Airport Part 1]

In this article we’ll be introducing you to a number of exciting spots within walking distance from Keisei Narita Station (Narita City, Chiba), which is just 7 mins away from Narita Airport!

You can admire the stunning beauty of this waterfall, truly deserving its place among Japan’s Top 100 Waterfalls, up close.

Miyazaki

Nature Spots

Manai Falls

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A symbolic waterfall of Takachiho Gorge, offering breathtaking views whether admired from above or from a boat below.

Ishikawa-mon gate was rebuilt in Tenmei 8 (1788).
(photo courtesy of Ishikawa Prefecture Tourism League)

Kanazawa

Parks & Gardens

Kanazawa Castle Park

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A castle reminds us of the past prosperity of Kaga Hyakumangoku.

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Ueno

Shrines & Temples

Nezu Shrine

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A Famous Azalea Viewing Location, and Popular for its Important Cultural Property Buildings and Torii Corridor.

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A Visit to the Bunkyo Azalea Festival Held in Nezu Shrine in Tokyo

In this spring, cherry blossoms in Tokyo hardly faded from our sight, when the prime of other flowers is around the corner and many hanami sports are waiting for our visit. On hearing that the Bunkyo Azalea Festival is being held in Nezu Shrine in Bunkyo, Tokyo, I and my family make a tour of the shrine and join the cheerful hanami crowd.

You can watch advanced technology right in front of your eyes.

Kyoto

Museums

Nishijin Textile Center

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The exhibition of materials, demonstrations by professional artisans, and other activities convey the charm of Nishijin textiles.

A tranquil world of wonder awaits you at the lake.

Gifu

Nature Spots

The nameless pond (Nicknamed Monet’s Pond)

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The breathtakingly beautiful, nameless pond that transports its visitors straight into a Monet painting.

Introducing the history of the birth of Cup Noodle

Osaka

Museums

CUPNOODLES MUSEUM OSAKA IKEDA

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A hands-on food education museum where you can learn about the history and development of the world's first instant ramen and make your own Cup Noodles.

Look out upon the Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo’s skyscrapers

Odaiba

Parks & Gardens

Odaiba Marine Park

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A Park Offering Views of the Rainbow Bridge and Skyscrapers.

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Take Toei transportation and get to Odaiba Bay Area with Tokyo Ocean view♪

In this article, we will tell you about a route that takes you to the popular Odaiba area using Toei Subway Oedo Line and Toei Bus.

In March 2022, Sessho-seki split in two.

Tochigi

Tourist Attractions

Sessho-seki (Killing Stone)

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A powerful spiritual site linked to the legend of the Nine-Tailed Fox.

A view from the riverside promenade along the Uji River offers a unique charm.
Photo provider: Uji City

Kyoto

Tourist Attractions

Uji Bridge (Kyoto)

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A landmark of Uji, listed as one of Japan's three ancient bridges.

Sapporo

Experiences Facilities

Chitosetsuru Sake Museum

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Chitosetsuru’s direct shop with more than 150 years of history.

The stone monument of Sawayama Castle ruins

Shiga

Tourist Attractions

Sawayama Castle Ruins

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These castle ruins are located on the 232.5m-high Mt. Sawa, north of JR Hikone Station. Ishida Mitsunari became the lord in 1595.

Yamanashi

Parks & Gardens

Sakana Park

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A theme park based on the rich water and forest of Oshino Village.

The main shrine sits against a backdrop of deep green trees. Quietly greeting the gods.

Shiga

Shrines & Temples

Taga Taisha Shrine

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This is the first major shrine in Omi Province, which is known throughout Japan as the parent shrine of life, enshrining the deities Izanagi no Oogami and Izanami no Mikoto from the national birth myth.